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Credentials
NauticEd Credentials
- Level V Captain Rank Qualified Sailing Instructor / Assessor
- American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
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My deep understanding of sailing, honed through years navigating the Texas Gulf Coast and Caribbean and backed by an Associate of Science in Engineering Design, allows me to deliver exceptional, customized sailing instruction. As I finalize my NauticEd Captain Rank and SLC certification in 2025, I'm uniquely positioned to equip students with the skills and confidence they need.
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Location
Lake Travis (Austin, Texas)
When training in the Austin, Texas area, you'll be learning aboard a well-equipped 27' Pearson monohull, perfect for mastering essential sailing skills in a hands-on environment. This classic sailboat provides a stable and responsive platform, ideal for beginners and experienced sailors alike.
Notes: For those seeking a more adventurous learning location, my expertise is available for hire throughout the Caribbean (my favorite areas are BVI and Grenada). Simply choose your ideal location, and I'll bring top-tier instruction directly to you. Your sailing dreams are unique, and I'm here to help make them a reality.
Training and assessment
Sail Practical Training Courses
Notes: In the Austin area, your training takes place aboard a well-equipped 27' Pearson monohull. This classic sailboat offers a stable and responsive platform, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced sailors to master essential skills in a hands-on environment.
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Feedback from previous students
Emily is so passionate about sailing and it truly reflects how she teaches. Clear explanations on what we were doing, and if she felt I didn’t do the maneuver to a 100% she would give me excellent feedback and have me redo it. Her approach and knowledge is at another level. Communicates so well and is incredible patient. Was a whirl wind of intense but always enjoyable work and I came away from our time a much more competent and knowledgeable skipper, Thank you Emily!!!
Emily was an awesome instructor! Over my 3 days spent with her I feel that my skills and abilities increased dramatically. Moreover, I feel my confidence grew! Emily created a comfortable, safe environment for learning where I was able to safely grow. I would highly recommend Emily for anyone learning to sail or up their abilities!
she honestly explained to me how she would not allow me to go to certain areas of the boat and why. She would adapt methods of sailing to my physical abilities. She listens to the student without judgement.
Emily was great from getting the charter organized to ensuring we had opportunities to practice, improve, and hone our skills during the week. Feedback was clear, consistent, fair, and directive with suggestions and examples given for demonstrating desired skills in subsequent days/exercises. I would highly recommend NauticEd instruction to anyone truly interested in advancing in the sport and accelerating learning.
A wonderful experience on a great boat in a beautiful location. Emily adapted our curriculum to the conditions and tailored it to focus on our needs while encouraging us to exceed our expectations while having a great time. I highly recommend her instruction and competence.
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